A Message FromScott J. Limmer

Criminal Defense Attorney in Long Island

I’m on your side and we’re doing this together. I’ll create the best possible defense and get you the best possible outcome.

How do I achieve that? Through understanding the situation from your point of view. Through learning your story. Through looking at your history. And through deciding on the best possible defense strategy, based on my extensive experience helping other people in similar situations.

I’ve dedicated 20 years to helping people like you.

Admittedly, my first “brush” with the law happened long before I became a defense attorney. During my freshman year at college, I was falsely accused of arson – which involved undergoing a four-hour police interrogation and multiple attempts to make me “confess to the crime” or face jail time.

After experiencing the helplessness and terror of being accused of a crime, I also became more curious about the law in general – so interned for a criminal defense attorney in Queens. I sat in on client meetings, learned their stories and heard their fears about how the case would affect them, their family and possibly their employment. I got to know these clients as people, and I came to appreciate that they shouldn’t be defined by a single action for the rest of their lives.

After these experiences, I knew. I knew I wanted to truly help people when they were in trouble. I wanted to stand by clients and put forward the best possible case for them. I wanted to understand the situation from their point of view. I wanted to be their ally when they felt afraid, confused and intimidated.

I used to be a prosecutor.

I always knew I wanted to work as a defense attorney, but after law school I thought it’d be useful to get inside the heads of the “other side” – so I went to work as an assistant district attorney in Nassau County.

While there, I was able to see what factors they considered when offering a plea offer, and why they might agree to do something out of the ordinary on a particular case. I also prepared police officers to testify at trial – the same police officers I’d be cross-examining just a few years later. I also learned how much power the prosecutors office had and the unjust consequences that could result through exercise of that power. I gained invaluable insights at the DA’s office, which I still put to good use today.

All my experiences are dedicated to helping YOU.

The different roles I have had in criminal law over the years have all led to the start of my practice as a criminal defense attorney an 1998.

I want you to move forward with your life as quickly as possible.

That’s why I do this – that’s the passion. And that’s why, for the past 20 years, I’ve worked with integrity and honesty to defend clients in state and federal prosecutions throughout Long Island and New York City.

I know how we’re going to handle this, and I’ll give it to you straight.

I’ll tell you exactly what I’m thinking, exactly what I’m going to do for you, exactly what outcome I think I can achieve, and exactly what happens next.

Rest assured: I’ll work relentlessly to get the best possible result for you. I’ll scour through evidence, unearth new information, and gather together witnesses. I’ll make the judge and the prosecutor see you as a person – a neighbor, a member of the community – rather than “the defendant.”

We have a good, decent justice system in this country – but it’s a system that relies on more than just “the facts.” To provide the best kind of justice, our system also needs competent advocates to put the best case forward.

You’re no doubt going through hell right now.

You’re thinking about the lifelong repercussions. You’re worried about how your family will take it. You’re terrified about the unknown future that lies ahead. You’re stressed beyond belief and you’re struggling to think clearly.

Here’s what I promise you:

I’ll get you the BEST possible outcome.

I’ll always be 100% honest with you

I’ll guide you through the entire process.

You can speak to me at any time about your fears or concerns

If you are looking for a criminal defense attorney in Long Island, give me a call right away! Let’s figure out how to get you out of this situation.

The client was charged with driving while impaired by drugs. We showed the DA’s office the client suffered from hyperkalemia, a medical condition caused by an elevated level of potassium which can cause fatigue, lethargy and confusion. All charges were dismissed.

Client was charged with Robbery in the Second Degree. He was with a friend who robbed a person sitting in a parked car. We were able to show the DA’s office that our client had no knowledge of his friends intent. We were able to get the felony reduced to a Disorderly Conduct which is a non criminal offense.

Client was charged with Criminal Posession of a Weapon and was facing a minimum of three and one half years. During an evidentiary hearing we were able to show that the police confuted an illegal search the gun was suppressed and the charge was dismissed.

Client was charged with Grand Larceny. It was her 7th arrest during the previous 10 years. The DA’s office was not offering a reduced charge and was requesting jail time. We got the client involved in a work and parenting program and were able to secure a plea to a misdemeanor without jail or probation.

Client was charged with Unlawful Surveilence. After his plea of guilty it was a discretionary decision to be made by the court as to weather he had to register as a sex offender. Through our efforts we were able to have him sentenced without having to register.

Client Testimonials

"I can’t thank Scott enough for helping me. I had never been arrested before and found myself in the middle of a nightmare. I was arrested for and charged with criminal Mischief in the Third degree which is a class E Felony. Scott was first able to get the charge reduced to a misdemeanor. He was then able to see that the case was completely dismissed."

T.T.Charged with Felony Assault and Criminal Mischief in Queens County

"Scott Limmer is a very knowledgeable Nassau County NY lawyer and has been extremely helpful to me and my family over 8 months of court. He knows how to handle the ADA and his tenacity has been untiring. The quality of his work is in the ending of the case, with justice being served and correct. We are very fortunate and thankful to have found Scott Limmer to represent us. Thank you Scott and God Bless"

F.L.Arrested for Robbery in the Second Degree in Nassau County

"Scott Limmer is a man of his word and an attorney with integrity above reproach. When one needs a criminal attorney it is usually the most harrowing time of your life. Scott Limmer makes a horrible situation easier. He speaks in layman’s terms and explains your situation every step of the way. He keeps the costs to a minimum and delivers beyond expectations. I would recommend choosing Scott Limmer as your attorney hands down."

A.O.Arrested for Suffolk County Felony

"I was arrested for a felony Mr. Limmer would not agree to any of the offered plea bargains. He was able to get the case dismissed. I can’t thank him enough for his hard work and professionalism."

D.D.Arrested for Falsifying Business Record in the First Degree in Nassau

"Scott helped me thru a very difficult 20 months of navigating thru the Nassau county legal system. His advice was on the money from the start to the end. Amicable, tenacious and knowledgeable, just some of the words to describe him…In the end I credit his guidance in helping me get the just court decision…But then again he knew the outcome….thanks Scott…we remain in touch to this day and my case was over almost two years ago…"

T.C.Arrested for Assault in the Third Degree in Nassau County

"Helped me thoroughly with all my traffic dealings. He is my go to guy for my company. Scott is the best."